The long-recoil autoloader was presented to the hunters of the world by firearms legend John M. Browning about a century ago. Even today, it remains the choice of many discerning wingshooters for its lightning-fast handling qualities and superior "feel." The Franchi® 48 AL is the ultimate refinement of the breed, with a featherweight but durable aluminum receiver. When you choose the 28-gauge version, you get six fast shots from a gun that weighs just 5.4 pounds! The 20-gauge version adds only a couple of ounces. Nothing else compares to these trim smallbores for easy carrying on the longest day afield. The Field grade has a satin-finished walnut stock and matte metal surfaces to reduce game-spooking reflections. The Deluxe grade has figured select walnut, polished metal surfaces and a gold trigger (gold trigger available on English stock versions only). The true purist can specify a straight-gripped English stock in select walnut, a combination that will meet the most exacting requirements. All 48 AL models have chrome-lined barrels proofed for steel shot, fitted with screw-in choke tubes in improved cylinder, modified and full chokes. Cylinder and improved modified tubes are available options.
The comfort and familiarity of the 48 AL just gets better with time. If something feels this right, it is.
Specifications:
Gauge: 20
Chamber: 2.75"
Barrel Length: 26"
Stock: A-Grade Satin Walnut
Overall Length: 46"
Average Weight: 5.6 lbs
Magazine Capacity: 4+1
Chokes: IC, M, F
Type of Sights: Bead
Length of Pull: 14-1/4"
Drop at Heel: 2.5"
Drop at Comb: 1-1/2"